VOA慢速英语:IMF: Western Sanctions Could Hurt Russia’s Economy

sanction(s) – n. a measure designed to punish someone or something

stabilization – n. efforts to end a crisis or a worsening of conditions; steps to help a sick or injured person

sluggish – adj. moving very slowly

adverse – adj. preventing development or success; harmful

dynamic(s) – n. a force leading to change

prudent – adj. showing care and thought for the future